# Composites Canonical URL: https://chemexworld.com/en/categories/sectors/composites ## Latest Articles - [SGI Composites Celebrates 30 Years of Composite Manufacturing](https://chemexworld.com/en/news/sgi-composites-celebrates-30-years-of-composite-manufacturing.md): UK-based engineered glass-reinforced polymer (GRP) solutions manufacturer SGI Composites (formerly Sui Generis International) has marked its 30th anniversary from its operating base in Colchester. Part of the Milbank Gro... - [ASELSAN Guidance Kits Achieve Perfect Score in International Demo](https://chemexworld.com/en/news/aselsan-guidance-kits-achieve-perfect-score-in-international-demo.md): Developed by ASELSAN, the LGK-82 and LGK-84 laser guidance kits, alongside the GÖZDE Guidance Kit engineered in collaboration with TÜBİTAK, achieved direct hits across all four test firings before military delegates from... - [Toray and Partners Back US Army Drone Program with Advanced Composites](https://chemexworld.com/en/news/toray-and-partners-back-us-army-drone-program-with-advanced-composites.md): Toray Advanced Composites, Lacks Carbon Fiber, and IGCS International have formed a joint initiative supporting the US Army’s Drone Dominance Program. The partnership integrates carbon prepreg materials, high-volume auto... - [TURKCOMPOSITE 2026 Opens Its Doors in Istanbul](https://chemexworld.com/en/news/turkcomposite-2026-opens-its-doors-in-istanbul.md): Supported by the Investment and Finance Office of the Presidency and organized by CNG Expo, TURKCOMPOSITE 2026 will be held on October 21-23, 2026, across 15,000 m² under the slogan "Meet4Composite." - [Archer to Acquire Three Boeing Subsidiaries](https://chemexworld.com/en/news/archer-to-acquire-three-boeing-subsidiaries.md): Archer Aviation has signed definitive agreements to acquire Boeing’s Wisk Aero, Insitu, and SkyGrid subsidiaries. As part of the transaction, Boeing will invest in Archer and maintain collaborative access to core autonom... - [Spinteks Joins TAI's Approved Composite Supplier List](https://chemexworld.com/en/news/spinteks-joins-tais-approved-composite-supplier-list.md): Spinteks Tekstil İnşaat Sanayi ve Ticaret A.Ş., a member of the Turkish Composites Manufacturers Association, was authorized as an approved supplier by TAI for composite manufacturing, enhancing its aerospace production... - [SHD Composites Introduces CEM101 Cyanate Ester Prepreg](https://chemexworld.com/en/news/shd-composites-introduces-cem101-cyanate-ester-prepreg.md): SHD Composites announced CEM101, a cyanate ester prepreg engineered for low dielectric constant and minimal loss tangent. Designed for aerospace, defense, and motorsport, the flame-retardant material offers high service... - [Teijin Develops Self-Healing and Recyclable Thermosetting CFRP](https://chemexworld.com/en/news/teijin-develops-self-healing-and-recyclable-thermosetting-cfrp.md): The Japanese materials producer introduces a circular CFRP retaining conventional mechanical properties while enabling thermal repair and low-energy chemical decomposition. - [A Major Innovation Milestone in UK Aerospace](https://chemexworld.com/en/news/a-major-innovation-milestone-in-uk-aerospace.md): Located at the University of Sheffield AMRC, the open-access R&D facility aims to slash composite component manufacturing times from 40 hours down to 4, boosting the UK’s competitiveness in global supply chains. - [Axvik Group Acquires Pentaxia](https://chemexworld.com/en/news/axvik-group-acquires-pentaxia.md): Axvik Group snaps up advanced composites manufacturer Pentaxia to broaden its footprint across the aerospace and defense supply chain. - [Next-Gen Carbon Fiber Manufacturing](https://chemexworld.com/en/news/next-gen-carbon-fiber-manufacturing.md): Fiber handling and composites specialist Cygnet Texkimp introduces a 500kg heavy-duty creel solution to boost efficiency and extend continuous runtime in carbon fiber production. - [Michelin Wins Four Major Awards at Tire Technology Expo 2026](https://chemexworld.com/en/news/michelin-wins-four-major-awards-at-tire-technology-expo-2026.md): Michelin secured four prestigious awards at Tire Technology Expo 2026 in Germany, highlighting its strong R&D capabilities and sustainability vision. From airless lunar tires to bio-based production technologies, the com... - [Kordsa Showcases Sustainable Aviation Technologies at AIX 2026](https://chemexworld.com/en/news/kordsa-showcases-sustainable-aviation-technologies-at-aix-2026.md): Kordsa presented its sustainable composite solutions for cabin interior applications at AIX 2026 in Hamburg. Combining lightweight design, durability, and environmental performance, the company demonstrated its commitmen... - [Şişecam Invests in Women’s Future](https://chemexworld.com/en/news/sisecam-womens-invests.md): As part of its 90th anniversary, Şişecam supported 960 young women through 13 training programs focused on future skills. Participants developed 48 innovative project ideas addressing social impact challenges. The initia... - [Why Is Carbon Fiber So Valuable? (Properties, Applications, and Future Potential)](https://chemexworld.com/en/news/why-is-carbon-fiber-so-valuable.md): Carbon fiber is an advanced material known for its exceptional strength and lightweight properties, playing a critical role in industries ranging from aerospace to automotive. But what makes it so expensive and valuable?... - [Kordsa Showcases Advanced Composite Technologies at JEC World 2026](https://chemexworld.com/en/news/kordsa-composite.md): Sabancı Holding subsidiary Kordsa showcased its global expertise in advanced composite materials and technologies at JEC World 2026 in Paris. The company highlighted innovative solutions for aerospace, energy and automot... - [Şişecam Completes Coated Glass Line Investment in Northern Italy](https://chemexworld.com/en/news/sisecam-coated-glass-1.md): Şişecam has successfully commissioned a new coated glass line at its San Giorgio di Nogaro facility in Northern Italy with a €25 million investment. The project will increase the company’s coated glass capacity in Italy... - [What Are Composite Materials? The Essential Building Blocks of Modern Technology](https://chemexworld.com/en/news/what-are-composite-materials-the-essential-building-blocks-of-modern-technology.md): Composite materials combine different components into a single structure, delivering lightweight performance and high strength at the same time. Their wide range of applications, from aerospace to construction and from a... - [UNIGRID Begins Commercial-Scale Shipments of Sodium-Ion Batteries](https://chemexworld.com/en/news/unigrid-begins-commercial-scale-shipments-of-sodium-ion-batteries.md): US-based UNIGRID has announced the start of commercial-scale international shipments of its sodium-ion battery cells. The company says the move marks a key milestone, demonstrating that sodium-ion batteries can now be ex... - [What Is a Composite? Composite Materials, Types and Areas of Application](https://chemexworld.com/en/news/what-is-a-composite-composite-materials-types-and-areas-of-application.md): What are composite materials, what types exist, and where are they used in industry? Types, industrial applications, and the trends shaping their future, summarized in one guide. - [Kastamonu University Receives TÜBİTAK Support for Graphene Oxide-Modified Composite Structures](https://chemexworld.com/en/news/kastamonu-university-receives-tubitak-support-for-graphene-oxide-modified-composite-structures.md): A project at Kastamonu University focusing on the development of graphene oxide-reinforced composite structures and the analysis of their chemosensor properties will be supported under the TÜBİTAK 1002 Rapid Support Prog... - [Kordsa Reshapes Its Strategic Structure to Strengthen Global Competitiveness](https://chemexworld.com/en/news/kordsa-reshapes-its-strategic-structure-to-strengthen-global-competitiveness.md): Kordsa aims to strengthen its competitiveness by focusing on tire reinforcement and composite technologies in the new period.